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Table of Contents About Your New BC350A 2 What is Scanning 2 Types of Communications 2 Where to Obtain More Information 3 Unpacking 3 Optional Accessories 3 Summary of Features 4 Installing the BC350A 5 For Home Use 5 For Mobile Use 5 Controls and Functions 7 Screens 11 Scanning Overview 13 Getting Started 13 Adjusting the Squelch 14 Programming Frequencies 14 Program Lock Feature 17 Channel Lock Out 18 A Word About Memory Back-up 19 Scanning 20 Weather Channel Scan 20 Helpful Hints 21 Troubleshooting 22 Technical Specifications 24 1
Table of Contents About Your New BC350A 2 What is Scanning 2 Types of Communications 2 Where to Obtain More Information 3 Unpacking 3 Optional Accessories 3 Summary of Features 4 Installing the BC350A 5 For Home Use 5 For Mobile Use 5 Controls and Functions 7 Screens 11 Scanning Overview 13 Getting Started 13 Adjusting the Squelch 14 Programming Frequencies 14 Program Lock Feature 17 Channel Lock Out 18 A Word About Memory Back-up 19 Scanning 20 Weather Channel Scan 20 Helpful Hints 21 Troubleshooting 22 Technical Specifications 24 1
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...monitoring police, fire/emergency, marine, air, and weather frequencies. Types of scanning action. The BC350A comes with automatic scanning capabilities. This gives you quick access to hear. The BC350A scans programmed channels at the rate of favorite frequencies. When scanning stops on the channel for 2 more... in Service Scan system brings you don't even have to program the scanner to 100 channels per second until another...
...monitoring police, fire/emergency, marine, air, and weather frequencies. Types of scanning action. The BC350A comes with automatic scanning capabilities. This gives you quick access to hear. The BC350A scans programmed channels at the rate of favorite frequencies. When scanning stops on the channel for 2 more... in Service Scan system brings you don't even have to program the scanner to 100 channels per second until another...
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... products available today. That is a compact mobile/base scanner, and one standard, programmable Private bank. into the BC350A. *Super Turbo Scan: US patent pending Six Banks Five pre-programmed Service banks and one of Features The BC350A is why we combined our latest technology-- WX: 7 frequency (non-erasable memory) all Marine channels. The...
... products available today. That is a compact mobile/base scanner, and one standard, programmable Private bank. into the BC350A. *Super Turbo Scan: US patent pending Six Banks Five pre-programmed Service banks and one of Features The BC350A is why we combined our latest technology-- WX: 7 frequency (non-erasable memory) all Marine channels. The...
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Frequency steps are no pre-programmed frequencies in this bank. You can program up or down a frequency in the PRIVATE bank. In the PRIVATE Scan Mode, press [HOLD] to 20 channels in any bank key or [SEARCH] to a ... use [UP] or [DOWN]. To rapidly search or scan frequencies/channels upwards or downwards, press [UP] or [DOWN] for each band (see Technical Specifications). After programming, press [PRIVATE] to step through all preset for more than one second. To stop the search/scan, release the key. [PRIVATE] KEY Use [PRIVATE] to...
Frequency steps are no pre-programmed frequencies in this bank. You can program up or down a frequency in the PRIVATE bank. In the PRIVATE Scan Mode, press [HOLD] to 20 channels in any bank key or [SEARCH] to a ... use [UP] or [DOWN]. To rapidly search or scan frequencies/channels upwards or downwards, press [UP] or [DOWN] for each band (see Technical Specifications). After programming, press [PRIVATE] to step through all preset for more than one second. To stop the search/scan, release the key. [PRIVATE] KEY Use [PRIVATE] to...
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... active frequencies within the band previously selected with the [BAND] key. Use [BAND] to select the band you to program. (See the programming procedures for fire department and emergency communications, including paramedics. The POLICE bank contains over 700 known frequencies used for storing new...provided for you wish to find your local area, ten extra open channels in this bank have been provided for programming additional frequencies. (See the programming procedures for programming new frequencies into the Weather (WX) bank. Press [MRN] to "SRCH" on the display.) To search ...
... active frequencies within the band previously selected with the [BAND] key. Use [BAND] to select the band you to program. (See the programming procedures for fire department and emergency communications, including paramedics. The POLICE bank contains over 700 known frequencies used for storing new...provided for you wish to find your local area, ten extra open channels in this bank have been provided for programming additional frequencies. (See the programming procedures for programming new frequencies into the Weather (WX) bank. Press [MRN] to "SRCH" on the display.) To search ...
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... bank in Search Mode only (when "SRCH" is displayed on the display to indicate that the channel is active only during opened squelch or in Programming Mode, and urges you press one higher band. Press a programmable bank key ([PRIVATE], [FIRE/EMG] or [POLICE]) to be searched. Locked out ...channel can press [BAND] to leave this key as many as it takes to find the band you can be programmed. Press this mode. [PROG] KEY This key initiates and completes programming. If you to select the channel of the displayed frequency. [L/O] is locked out. VOLUME Control/ Power Switch ...
... bank in Search Mode only (when "SRCH" is displayed on the display to indicate that the channel is active only during opened squelch or in Programming Mode, and urges you press one higher band. Press a programmable bank key ([PRIVATE], [FIRE/EMG] or [POLICE]) to be searched. Locked out ...channel can press [BAND] to leave this key as many as it takes to find the band you can be programmed. Press this mode. [PROG] KEY This key initiates and completes programming. If you to select the channel of the displayed frequency. [L/O] is locked out. VOLUME Control/ Power Switch ...
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... Speaker plug here. ANT. (Antenna) Connector EXT. Rear panel MEMO LOCK Switch In the ON position, the Program ([PROG]) key is disabled, pressing [PROG] emits an error entry tone and displays "PrG-Loc". When programming is disabled. Connect the DC power cable here. If you have a Motorola-type plug, use the optional...
... Speaker plug here. ANT. (Antenna) Connector EXT. Rear panel MEMO LOCK Switch In the ON position, the Program ([PROG]) key is disabled, pressing [PROG] emits an error entry tone and displays "PrG-Loc". When programming is disabled. Connect the DC power cable here. If you have a Motorola-type plug, use the optional...
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...and looks for more seconds, waiting for a responding transmission. Getting Started The following instructions apply when using your BC350A for 2 more active frequencies. • PRIVATE Bank Scanning If you have programmed in this bank, press [PRIVATE] to the end. 2. Note: In case of memory loss to hold...the the scanner is different from scanning. The Search function is left for any active frequency step by turning [VOLUME] clockwise. Then program it always retains the previous settings in its memory. When the transmission ends, the scanner will stop and stay on the same ...
...and looks for more seconds, waiting for a responding transmission. Getting Started The following instructions apply when using your BC350A for 2 more active frequencies. • PRIVATE Bank Scanning If you have programmed in this bank, press [PRIVATE] to the end. 2. Note: In case of memory loss to hold...the the scanner is different from scanning. The Search function is left for any active frequency step by turning [VOLUME] clockwise. Then program it always retains the previous settings in its memory. When the transmission ends, the scanner will stop and stay on the same ...
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...POLICE], [FIRE/EMG], [AIR], [WX], or [MRN]. You should hear a steady sound (scanning stops). 2. Press [PROG] to start the Program Mode and also to a comfortable listening level. Note: It is recommended that is, too far counterclockwise from the threshold, you do not know any ...local frequency to program, find a desired frequency, program that frequency to the PRIVATE bank. 4. Adjust the volume to complete the programming. At the squelch threshold, an incoming signal just slightly stronger than the noise will...
...POLICE], [FIRE/EMG], [AIR], [WX], or [MRN]. You should hear a steady sound (scanning stops). 2. Press [PROG] to start the Program Mode and also to a comfortable listening level. Note: It is recommended that is, too far counterclockwise from the threshold, you do not know any ...local frequency to program, find a desired frequency, program that frequency to the PRIVATE bank. 4. Adjust the volume to complete the programming. At the squelch threshold, an incoming signal just slightly stronger than the noise will...
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...into POLICE bank... When you want to display the frequency you known a local frequency, press [SEARCH]. When the search is available to be programmed 1 000.0000 HOLD POLICE PROG 4. 1 146.5600 Press: to select the band which covers that channel 1 is near the frequency you...while searching 144 - 148 band, and want displayed on the screen, press [HOLD] to escape from SCAN mode. Then press [BAND] to end programming. POLICE 2 screens flip-flops to indicate that frequency. HOLD SCAN BAND Note: Press to stop searching. HOLD Press: 1. 146.5600 HOLD SRCH HOLD...
...into POLICE bank... When you want to display the frequency you known a local frequency, press [SEARCH]. When the search is available to be programmed 1 000.0000 HOLD POLICE PROG 4. 1 146.5600 Press: to select the band which covers that channel 1 is near the frequency you...while searching 144 - 148 band, and want displayed on the screen, press [HOLD] to escape from SCAN mode. Then press [BAND] to end programming. POLICE 2 screens flip-flops to indicate that frequency. HOLD SCAN BAND Note: Press to stop searching. HOLD Press: 1. 146.5600 HOLD SRCH HOLD...
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...search band has one of two ways: Find an open channel, "000.0000" - It can find an open channel in the display). 16 Example 2: Programming from programming mode before step 4. HOLD Press: 1. 146.5600 HOLD SRCH HOLD icon appears in one "000.0000" display included between the band limits. C H 146...the private bank. HOLD 3. Press [PRIVATE] then [HOLD], and use [UP] and [DOWN] to scroll through the bank to be displayed only in the Program Mode (after pressing [PROG] and "CH" is available to find and display "000.0000" on the screen in the display. 2. Find "000.0000" ...
...search band has one of two ways: Find an open channel, "000.0000" - It can find an open channel in the display). 16 Example 2: Programming from programming mode before step 4. HOLD Press: 1. 146.5600 HOLD SRCH HOLD icon appears in one "000.0000" display included between the band limits. C H 146...the private bank. HOLD 3. Press [PRIVATE] then [HOLD], and use [UP] and [DOWN] to scroll through the bank to be displayed only in the Program Mode (after pressing [PROG] and "CH" is available to find and display "000.0000" on the screen in the display. 2. Find "000.0000" ...
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OR Press [UP] one time at the "54.0000" screen to go into Program Mode. 4. Program Lock Feature The BC350A has a program lock feature [Memory Lock] to display "50.0000" or "54.0000". 5. Use [UP] and [DOWN] to prevent accidental programming entries or unauthorized programming. Select Search Band 50 - 54 by pressing [BAND] in Channel 13 of...
OR Press [UP] one time at the "54.0000" screen to go into Program Mode. 4. Program Lock Feature The BC350A has a program lock feature [Memory Lock] to display "50.0000" or "54.0000". 5. Use [UP] and [DOWN] to prevent accidental programming entries or unauthorized programming. Select Search Band 50 - 54 by pressing [BAND] in Channel 13 of...
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... stopped) or in Hold Mode. This enables you to search for Locked Out Channels In Scan Mode, you can lock out all the factory pre-programmed channels (those frequencies that bank key will emit an error tone and the scanner will appear on the screen, use [UP] and [DOWN]. Locking Out...
... stopped) or in Hold Mode. This enables you to search for Locked Out Channels In Scan Mode, you can lock out all the factory pre-programmed channels (those frequencies that bank key will emit an error tone and the scanner will appear on the screen, use [UP] and [DOWN]. Locking Out...
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... Scan/Hold Mode. When you press [WX], the BC350A will find the active weather channel in your local NOAA weather channel. Note: All weather channels transmit continuous broadcasts. In some parts of the country, you can press [SEARCH] to program a weather frequency into any time, press [HOLD].... The Weather Scan feature was provided specifically to reactivate scanning. When the BC350A is possible that channel. To stop on any bank key again to rapidly step...
... Scan/Hold Mode. When you press [WX], the BC350A will find the active weather channel in your local NOAA weather channel. Note: All weather channels transmit continuous broadcasts. In some parts of the country, you can press [SEARCH] to program a weather frequency into any time, press [HOLD].... The Weather Scan feature was provided specifically to reactivate scanning. When the BC350A is possible that channel. To stop on any bank key again to rapidly step...
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..., press [SEARCH] to the unit before disconnecting the power. • Always write down the programmed frequencies in the electronics of memory loss. Be careful not to receiving undesired signals or birdies. ...) 21 The scanner contains no sound is not severe, you hear the entry tone for the BC350A are subject to rub the LCD window. • Do not use excessive amounts of the scanner...the receiver. If the interference is heard, it to cut out the birdie. Contact the Uniden Customer Service Center or take it may provide better reception. Helpful Hints General Use •...
..., press [SEARCH] to the unit before disconnecting the power. • Always write down the programmed frequencies in the electronics of memory loss. Be careful not to receiving undesired signals or birdies. ...) 21 The scanner contains no sound is not severe, you hear the entry tone for the BC350A are subject to rub the LCD window. • Do not use excessive amounts of the scanner...the receiver. If the interference is heard, it to cut out the birdie. Contact the Uniden Customer Service Center or take it may provide better reception. Helpful Hints General Use •...
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... the Squelch"). • Check the antenna connection. • For the PRIVATE bank scan • It is possible that none of the programmed frequencies are active at both ends of your BC350A is blown. If the fuse is blown * Make sure the ignition key is at both ends of the AC Adapter. •...
... the Squelch"). • Check the antenna connection. • For the PRIVATE bank scan • It is possible that none of the programmed frequencies are active at both ends of your BC350A is blown. If the fuse is blown * Make sure the ignition key is at both ends of the AC Adapter. •...
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SOLUTION • Press the bank key again. • Adjust the Squelch Control. • For the PRIVATE bank scan • Adjust Squelch. • Scan or search must first be stopped. • Programming lock is ON. PROGRAM key won 't start . PROBLEM Scan won't start . If you still cannot get satisfactory results and want additional information, or to return the unit for service, please call or write the Uniden Parts and Service Division. The address and phone number are listed in the Warranty (at the end of this manual). 23 Search won 't work.
SOLUTION • Press the bank key again. • Adjust the Squelch Control. • For the PRIVATE bank scan • Adjust Squelch. • Scan or search must first be stopped. • Programming lock is ON. PROGRAM key won 't start . PROBLEM Scan won't start . If you still cannot get satisfactory results and want additional information, or to return the unit for service, please call or write the Uniden Parts and Service Division. The address and phone number are listed in the Warranty (at the end of this manual). 23 Search won 't work.
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....975MHz Scan Rate: Up to change without notice. 24 POLICE: FIRE/EMG: AIR: MRN: WX: PRIVATE: 739 programmed plus 20 programmable channels 197 programmed plus 10 programmable channels 1,160 programmed. (All aircraft) 90 Programmed. (All Marine) 7 programmed. (All NOAA weather service) 20 channels fully user programmable Search Band: Sensitivity: (Nominal) (Total 50 programmable channels) Total...
....975MHz Scan Rate: Up to change without notice. 24 POLICE: FIRE/EMG: AIR: MRN: WX: PRIVATE: 739 programmed plus 20 programmable channels 197 programmed plus 10 programmable channels 1,160 programmed. (All aircraft) 90 Programmed. (All Marine) 7 programmed. (All NOAA weather service) 20 channels fully user programmable Search Band: Sensitivity: (Nominal) (Total 50 programmable channels) Total...